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    f90 stalled twice this evening

    Its not the bend in the line.Change fuel water sep.Check the fuel that you poured out of the sep after it sits for an hour or so .You cannot tell if there is any water immediately.The old fuel will separate into layers.Change the fuel filter as well.If same issue, change out the fuel...
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    Boat dies in the water

    Gonna need waaaay more info on the boat and exactly what powers it.Charlie
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    Lower unit wont separate from top.

    Sounds like you got some good info here but I have to ask..... You noticed your boat came off the trailer after dragging it 2 football fields???? am I reading this right??
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    Trying to decide between 3 older boats!

    I would hold off and KEEP LOOKING.Plenty of boats in your range for sale. Outboard is preferable,slow your roll and keep looking.Nothing of interest in what you have posted.Charlie
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    Steam out of tell tale

    Remove tstat and tighten down tstat housing and run motor and see what happens.Charlie
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    2001 Chaparral 230 SSi vs. 2007 SeaRay Sundeck 200

    My view is much more simple.You want a newer boat because your 19 footer is too small.Do you really think a 20 footer is going to be much better for you size wise??? I doubt it.Charlie
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    Yamaha serging

    I would do the fuel pumps.Fuel pumps are simple and inexpensive to replace.There is an expensive filter inside the vst tank.I would clean or replace it.Charlie
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    Anyone know of a Quality Aftermarket Yamaha parts supplier

    i have a 2000 200hp saltwater series .Only using oem parts when I service .The Yamaha supplier SIM has recently had some supply issues and after waiting 1 month for some pretty basic parts I cancelled the order.For my mercruiser I have used Quicksilver,Sierra etc when Mercruiser parts were not...
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    Boat Paint

    I painted a MUCH larger aluminum boat with Interlux monopoxy enamel.This was a long time ago so not sure if same paint still exists.I actually painted a fiberglass boat as well.Both came out great.Highly recommend.Charlie
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    Anchor bumper when being towed by larger boat?

    Remove anchor from bow when towing.Charlie
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    Quality aftermarket parts supplier???

    i have a 2000 200hp saltwater series .Only using oem parts when I service .The supplier SIM has recently had some supply issues and after waiting 1 month for some pretty basic parts I cancelled the order.For my mercruiser I have used Quicksilver,Sierra etc when Mercruiser parts were not...
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    A/C unit hose

    Heat gun on the hose end, twist the hose once it softens to break the seal.Keep heating the hose and it should slide right off.Charlie
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    Thru Hull Replacements

    Not a common practice however if anything looks suspect just replace it and go from there.I just replaced one on a boat same age and this particular one was quite easy as far as access and getting exact size replacement.Not all thru hulls are easy access.Charlie
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    Alpha lower unit crack in strange place?

    Thanks for the clarification.I knew it was not the oil cavity .I didnt know about the drain passage though.I typically dig the crap next to the shift shaft out with a screwdriver but will dig deeper next time or get a looong drill bit.Guess I have 2 drains in that lower now.Charlie
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    Alpha lower unit crack in strange place?

    Take a look at pics.This is an alpha drive that I keep as a spare.I have had this for a long time and never noticed since I have several layers of paint on it.I assume empty cavity on inside of the cracked area?? Am I jb welding? Charlie
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    Snap-In Carpet Replacements for 2002 Chaparral 183ss

    Sounds too simple but they are snapincarpet.com Charlie
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    Replacing Lonestar Bow Eye Advice

    On that type of aluminum boat,some of the cleats and hardware were made from soft metals and designed to corrode as a sacrificial anode.Thats probably why the metal eye looks crumbly.Be careful of doing a stainless replacement as the dissimilar metal will affect the aluminum as it is the far...
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    Removing wax marks from gelcoat

    I have done similar at a young age.Have him use a cleaner wax or polish and do a small area and wipe it dry before it cures.Wax on wax off method .So he will actually be waxing off the older recently applied wax.Just be sure to wipe it off immediately.Some waxes can be left on and will still...
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    1999 Regal Commodore 258,26'

    Welcome!!! Regal is an extremely well made boat.I have had 2 and currently have the larger ,older version of yours.Condition report and price play a big part in a decision.Great boat for 2 but a squeeze with kids and if anyone tells you differently,that simply means hey are giving you an opinion...
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    Air conditioning water supply not pumping

    Needing a prime suggests something aint exactly right.Impeller is a good possibility.Also something as simple as an o ring or seal may be needing replacement.Air is entering somewhere for some reason and requiring a prime OR the impeller is not fully intact and cant get things started without...
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